Julie McNamara

A 'CONFESSIONAL' OF A RECOVERING CATHOLIC: THE MUSICAL To Have Special Easter Sunday Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024

Join actor and comedian Julie McNamara for a special Easter Sunday performance of her solo show, A 'CONFESSIONAL' OF A RECOVERING CATHOLIC: THE MUSICAL. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Vital Xposure Reveals Stephen Bailey as New Artistic Lead
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2024

Leading national and international disabled-led theatre company Vital Xposure has announced the appointment of award-winning neurodivergent director and producer, Stephen Bailey as its new Artistic Lead.

New Romantic Frankenstein Film Musical to Stream This Valentine's Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

New Romantic Frankenstein Film Musical is Streaming this Valentine's Day.

A 'CONFESSIONAL' OF A RECOVERING CATHOLIC: THE MUSICAL To Play The Magnet Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 7, 2023

Acclaimed actor and comedienne Julie McNamara will perform her new solo show, ​​A 'Confessional' of a Recovering Catholic: The Musical, at the Magnet Theater on Friday, November 10th.

Off-Broadway FRANKENSTEIN Available On Demand At StreamingMusicals.com
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2023

The latest Frankenstein movie is available for this Halloween. It can be streamed on-demand at StreamingMusicals.com. The Joe LoBianco film is a compelling adaptation of Mary Shelley's frightening work of horror, sci-fi and romance. It is a musical drama with haunting melodies and a 'Phantom-like' score, written and composed by Eric B, Sirota, and adapted for film from his long-running and successful Off-Broadway musical. 

Iconic St Paul's Cathedral Vertical Dance RESURGAM Comes to the Greenwich+Docklands International Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2023

A spectacular fusion of dance and architecture RESURGAM will take place on the façade of St Paul’s Cathedral, London’s best known landmark. BANDALOOP, the Californian based company known for its innovation in vertical performance, have been granted rare access to St Paul’s to create a site-responsive piece, fusing intricate mid-air choreography with rock climbing techniques and original music.

Soundtrack For New Movie Musical FRANKENSTEIN Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023

Immerse yourself in the enchanting music of the Frankenstein movie musical with the newly released Cast Album. Experience the sweeping romantic score that brings Mary Shelley's classic novel to life. Available on major streaming platforms now.

Shakespeare Sports Theatre Company to Present Michael Hagins-Helmed Staged Reading of HENRY VI Part 1 and 2
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 16, 2023

Shakespeare Sports Theatre Company will present a staged reading performance of Henry VI Part I and II directed, adapted, and fight choreographed by Michael Hagins on August 27th at 7:30 pm at The Great Room in South Oxford Space, Art New York, Brooklyn, NY.

New FRANKENSTEIN Movie Musical Coincides with Bicentennial of 'Presumption'
by Michael Major - Jul 6, 2023

The cast is led by Daniel Robert Burns (Victor Frankenstein), Marc Christopher (Creature), Grace Hwoang (Elizabeth Lavenza), Tim Bacskai (Henry Clerval), Ren King (Innkeeper), Jay Lucas Chacon (Innkeeper), Daryl Glenn (Victor's Father) and Lauren Coccaro (Justine), with Julie McNamara, Isaiah Delgado, Rebecca Ponticello and Melissa Cathcart.

Greenwich+Docklands International Festival Announces 2023 Full Programme 
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2023

Greenwich+Docklands International Festival (GDIF) today launches its full programme, showcasing world-class theatre, art installations, spectacle and dance in locations across London. More than 35 events, including two world premieres and 14 UK premieres, are inspired by the theme Acts of Hope, inviting Londoners to come together for uplifting moments of shared wonder and connection. 

Cast Set for Film Adaptation of Eric B. Sirota's FRANKENSTEIN, Now Streaming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2023

The cast has been revealed for the film adaptation of the long-running Off-Broadway musical, Frankenstein, by Eric B. Sirota, which has been released and is now available to stream.

Film Adaptation of Off-Broadway FRANKENSTEIN Will Stream Beginning This Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - May 27, 2023

Producers John Lant and Tamra Pica have announced that a film adaptation of their Off-Broadway hit musical, Frankenstein, by Eric B. Sirota, will be released and available to stream beginning Memorial Day weekend 2023, on StreamingMusicals.com. 

Belgrade Co-Produces New Dystopian Drama QUIET REBELS This Autumn
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2022

This autumn, the Belgrade Theatre is delighted to be co-producing Quiet Rebels, a brand new drama based on true stories of white women who crossed the colour line and married men of the Windrush generation. Co-produced with Vital Xposure and Dervish Productions, Quiet Rebels premieres in the Belgrade's B2 auditorium from Sat 10 – Sat 17 Sept.

QUIET REBELS Will Embark on UK Tour This Year
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2022

The UK tour has been announced for Quiet Rebels written and directed by Julie McNamara and Hassan Mahamdallie, in a co-production with Dervish Productions, Vital Xposure and Belgrade Theatre, in partnership with Soul City Arts and The Albany, Deptford.

Theatre Royal Stratford East Announce Participants For New Monologue Competition SLAMBITION
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2022

Theatre Royal Stratford East, in association with Ramps on the Moon, is delighted to announce the participants for SLAMbition, a brand-new monologue slam-style competition putting a spotlight on the incredible range of Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent talent that exists in the arts.

The Obamas Announce New Spotify Podcast 'The Big Hit Show'
by Michael Major - Jan 5, 2022

Higher Ground, President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s media company, and Spotify today announced a new podcast, The Big Hit Show, a series of audio documentaries hosted by Alex Pappademas that focus on the pieces of popular culture that have defined and changed our culture. Listen to the trailer now!

SANTA'S SING-A-LONG Flies to 42nd Street Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2021

The Empress Productions & Cooper Jordan Entertainment announce the 42nd Street opening of the 2019 hit Off-Broadway Santa show Santa’s Sing-A-Long at Theatre Row, following their Northeast Tour.

Paramount+ Renews STEPHEN COLBERT'S TOONING OUT THE NEWS
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 11, 2021

Paramount+, the highly anticipated streaming service from ViacomCBS, today announced the renewal of its original animated daily news satire series, TOONING OUT THE NEWS, which is returning for a second season as STEPHEN COLBERT PRESENTS TOONING OUT THE NEWS on Thursday, March 4.

BWW Interview: Simon Startin Discusses Vital XPosure And Inclusive Theatre Practice
by Fiona Scott - Dec 14, 2020

Simon Startin was recently announced as the new artistic director of disabled-led theatre company Vital Xposure, taking over from Julie McNamara. We spoke to him about taking on this exciting and important role.

Vital Xposure Announce Simon Startin As New Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2020

Ground-breaking Disabled-led theatre company Vital Xposure has today announced the appointment of Simon Startin as new Artistic Director.  Startin takes over from Disability Rights activist, playwright and director Julie McNamara who founded the company in 2011 and leaves to join the Victorian College of the Arts, University of Melbourne.